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Happy Fri-YAY, Readers! |
Did you know that January is National Birth Defects Awareness Month? About 1 in 33 babies in the U.S. is born with a birth defect each year and chances are, you’ve cared for someone at some point in your career with one.
Now is a great time to learn more about how you can raise awareness and connect with families living with birth defects. While not all birth defects can be prevented, education and support go a long way.
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Today's Top Beats |
🚶 Walking Vital Sign
🚬 Cigarette Warnings Blocked
🏥 Black-Serving Hospitals
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Your Walking Vital Sign |
Walking is a simple, low-impact exercise with major health benefits, including better heart health, fitness, and reduced risk of chronic diseases. Walking speed is considered a vital sign—faster walkers tend to have stronger muscles, improved coordination, and better cognitive health. Get in at least 150 minutes of brisk walking every week—along with two days of muscle-strengthening activities—to improve your fitness and overall well-being. Different walking styles, like interval or mindful walking, can further boost endurance, reduce stress, and improve strength.
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Cigarette Package Warnings Blocked |
A Texas judge blocked the FDA from enforcing a rule requiring 11 graphic health warnings on cigarette packages, siding with tobacco companies like R.J. Reynolds. Trump-appointed Judge J. Campbell Barker ruled the FDA exceeded its authority by adding warnings beyond the nine required by the 2009 Tobacco Control Act. This delays the rule’s February 2026 start date, marking
Barker’s second time blocking the mandate.
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Poorer Nurse Staffing in Black-Serving Hospitals |
Hospitals serving a larger percentage of Black patients (high Black-serving hospitals or BSHs) have worse nurse staffing levels, with nurses handling 6–7% more patients than in other hospitals, a new study shows. Since 70% of Black patients are treated in these facilities, this disparity worsens patient outcomes for already vulnerable populations. The study builds on
previous findings that Black patients are more impacted by poor nurse staffing. The story is also concerning for nurses—during the pandemic, the percentage of nurses experiencing moral distress was twice as high in BSHs.
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TODAY'S TOP VITAL
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575 |
The number of name-brand drugs whose prices were hiked in the first two days of 2025. Click here to learn which drugs are now more expensive, which ones fell in price, and how this may affect consumers.
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FINANCE FRIDAY WITH NETWORTH NURSE |
The Nurse’s Guide to Financially Thrive in 2025 |
As nurses, we assess, diagnose, and prioritize patient care daily—so why not apply those same skills to our finances? Welcome to the Pathway to Prosperity, your guide to financial wellness in 2025. Over the next month, we’ll walk you through four key steps: Assess, Diagnose, Prioritize, and Prosper.
Let’s start with the Assessment section. Ask yourself: Why do you want to get your money right? Is it crushing debt, saving for a dream trip, or planning for the future? What are your short-term and long-term goals? It only takes 5 minutes to download and complete the Assess section of our guide.
Defining your WHY is the foundation for everything: budgeting, saving, and building wealth. It’s your North Star, so don’t skip this step! Write down your why, sign your "Money Contract," and read it daily. This inspired step, borrowed from Think and Grow Rich, keeps you motivated and accountable.
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Valentine's Happy Hour |
Feb 13 | Raleigh, NC or Virtual
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Join TNB and Nurse.com for an evening of connection, fun, and creativity—virtually or in person. Register here to attend and you’ll have a chance to win a Virgin Voyages luxury cruise!
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BREAK ROOM |
That’s a Wrap! |
Do you have new health and fitness goals that you are aiming to achieve this year? Check out this lettuce wrap that is delicious, healthy, and takes almost no time to make!
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DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS
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